What is concrete scanning and location work?
Concrete investigation helps assess what may be within a wall or slab before cutting or drilling. Tell us what needs to be located and where the work is proposed. The suitable method, coverage and reporting are confirmed for the actual structure.
Start with the proposed work area
Supply a marked-up drawing or photo of the planned penetrations or cut lines, with the concrete thickness where known. Include existing structural and services drawings and information about reinforcement or post-tensioning. Explain what you need the investigation to establish.
Agree the method and the report
Concrete X-ray and other scanning or location methods are not interchangeable names for one service. Discuss access to the required surfaces, the investigation extent and the records the project needs. Findings and limitations should be considered alongside the project’s design and approval process.
Common project requirements
- Pre-cutting investigation requirements
- Service-location planning
- Review of proposed penetration areas
- Project-specific investigation scopes
What to send for a quote
- Marked-up cutting or drilling area
- Available structural and services drawings
- Access to both sides, where applicable
- Required report and project approval process
Don’t have every detail yet? Tell us what you know. The team can discuss what else is needed.
What affects pricing
- Investigation area, number of positions and concrete information.
- Selected method, access to surfaces and site constraints.
- Required markings, report detail, coordination and mobilisation.
The office reviews these factors before scope and pricing are agreed. A requested date is subject to confirmed availability.
Planning the work
- Review the proposed cutting or drilling locations and the available structural and services records.
- Confirm the investigation method, access, coverage and intended reporting with the office.
- Coordinate interpretation and project approval with the cutting or drilling package before work is booked.
Scope and responsibilities
No investigation is presented as detecting every object or guaranteeing a clear cutting path. Confirm limitations, interpretation and reporting requirements. Location information does not replace structural design or required project approval.
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